John Berne

John Berne, 72, died on July 13, 2026. John Berne was known publicly as an Australian rugby union and rugby league player. John Edward Berne (14 March 1954 – 13 July 2026) was an Australian rugby union and rugby league player who represented Australia in rugby union. Berne, a centre, claimed one international rugby cap for Australia. In rugby league, Berne represented South Sydney Rabbitohs from 1976 to 1979, Eastern Suburbs Roosters in 1980 and 1985, and Cronulla-Sutherland Sharks from 1981 to 1983 also primarily as a centre. He passed away on 15 July 2026 from dementia. Public biographical listings identify Berne as an Australian rugby union and rugby league player. This public record remains centered on Berne's work as an Australian rugby union and rugby league player and the documented milestones of that career.